Peerless Restaurant

Sadly, this will be our last visit to the Peerless Restaurant. We had some concerns on our last visit, but decided to try it again. Unfortunately, the restaurant was filthy. Our booth and the adjoining wall and sconce had layers of dirt, food debris and grease on them. The salt container, which was cardboard, was saturated in grease and had visible layers of grime on the outside. With conditions like this in the dining area, I cannot imagine the state of the kitchen. I am discouraged that this Johnson City icon has missed the mark by such a wide margin.

I hadn't been to the Peerless in years, but I took advantage of an opportunity to eat there a couple of weeks ago. I will say that I was very pleasantly surprised, as I thought the food was much better than it had been in the past. I had prime rib, and my husband had chicken. We both enjoyed our entrees, and the margarita I had was one of the best I'd had in a long time. We both felt that the prices were not much higher than a mid-range steakhouse chain, but the food was much better quality. If you haven't been there in awhile, I would definitely give it another chance!

Historic (80 years), outstanding dining atmosphere. Serviceable bar area (cocktails), but nothing outstanding (no risks, no large selection of bourbon, for example, 3 faucet beer tap with Stella, Miller Lite, and another mainstream beer). Entree was tasty (Carbonera) and reasonably priced, and salad was fresh. I did not enjoy the crab cake. Limited dessert menu. Go for the atmosphere - very reasonable prices for a nice meal.

Just moved here from CO. Was staying at a hotel close by. Stopped in for carry out and a drink at the bar. Everyone was SO friendly. Got so excited about our take out that I forgot my purse. Called the next morning to see if I had indeed left it there and they had even put it in the safe for me!! The bartender was the sweetest (I believe it is Sheila). Will definitely be back now that we are settled in the area!! Food was great as well. Thanks again!!

I was a little disappointed with this restaurant. My husband and I went here for 6 year anniversary. The atmosphere is very nice so as soon as we walked in we were excited but that was the only thing from here on out. It took the waiter a while to great us and by the time he did we had our whole order ready. I was surprised they offer crackers and butter. My house salad had a pickle instead of a cucumber and covered in peas. I wish I would have known there were peas in my house salad I would have never ordered it. My 25 dollar sea food dish was unsatisfactory. It was mostly breading. My husband's 22 dollars steak dish was so under cooked it was red inside. Probably won't waste my money here again.

My family and I have dined at Peerless Restaurant on numerous occasions and each visit has been a great dining experience. The food is always top quality, expertly prepared and distinctively delicious. The menu is varied and the numerous dishes served over the years continue to be remarkable and memorable. Prices are very reasonable for such superb offerings. Desserts are heavenly... The service and the ambiance are excellent.